Nutrition Education Program Specialist

University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia Township (MO)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 29,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement – Health and Human Sciences Department is hiring an Educational Program Associate III in Kirksville, MO to deliver nutrition, health, and related education to Missourians. The role requires traveling and flexible hours, with collaborations across regional specialists and community partners.

Salary ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 months of experience.
Preferred: experience in Nutrition, Education, Human Development, Social Work, Consumer & Family Sciences, Public Health, or Communication.

Responsibilities

Provide educational programs to youth and adults.
Utilize approved curricula.
Select appropriate activities for specific audience from the approved curriculum.
Collaborate with Regional Extension specialists and community agencies who serve limited resource audiences to develop educational opportunities as well as implement policy, systems and environmental (PSE) initiatives.
Serve on local school wellness committees, as needed.
Submit reporting and evaluation in a timely fashion.
Assist individuals in completing SNAP applications.
Ability to travel and to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.